About This Treatment
Lymphedema is a chronic condition involving the accumulation of lymph fluid, causing persistent swelling — most commonly in the arms or legs. It often develops after cancer treatment (particularly breast cancer surgery) but can also be primary or caused by infection or trauma. While it cannot be cured, lymphedema can be very effectively managed with the right physiotherapy.
Dr. Swati provides Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) — the gold standard treatment — combining manual lymphatic drainage, compression, exercise, and skin care to reduce swelling and prevent progression. With consistent management, most patients achieve significant reduction in limb volume and a return to normal daily activities.
Conditions We Treat
Problems This Page Covers
This service page is written for patients searching for help with lymphedema, chronic limb swelling, post-cancer swelling, post-surgical swelling and lymphatic drainage support in Thane, home physiotherapy, or online physiotherapy guidance.
- Persistent swelling: arm or leg heaviness, tightness, reduced movement, skin discomfort, and swelling that does not settle with rest.
- Post-treatment swelling: swelling after cancer treatment, lymph node removal, radiation, surgery, infection, or long immobilisation.
- Function limits: difficulty wearing clothes or footwear, reduced grip or walking comfort, and fear of worsening swelling.
Treatment Methodology
Lymphedema care begins with swelling history, limb measurements where needed, skin check, movement assessment, and education on risk reduction.
Treatment may include manual lymphatic drainage principles, compression guidance, decongestive exercises, elevation and skin-care education, breathing work, and a self-management routine for long-term control.
What to Expect
- Limb volume measurement and skin condition assessment
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) sessions
- Compression bandaging or garment fitting guidance
- Lymphatic exercise programme
- Skin care and hygiene education to prevent complications
- Self-drainage technique training for home management
Why Choose Dr. Swati?
- Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) — the evidence-based gold standard treatment
- Home visits available for patients with limited mobility
- Ongoing self-management training for long-term swelling control